Beer Events And Tastings In London

Pints and live music make a very convincing double act at this day-long festival taking over The Bedford on Bedford Hill. For £12, you can explore 50 different brews, chat to industry favourites including Brixton Brewery, Wimbledon Brewery and Timothy Taylor's, then catch seven acts on stage.

Add a beer-themed prize draw and plenty of pub grub to order, and your weekend plans are looking considerably more interesting.

If you're looking for an unforgettable mid-week night out, Amazing Grace's Oktoberfest promises to be one of the season's liveliest central London events. Opening its doors at 4pm on 23rd and 30th September, the venue invites you to dress up, grab a stein, and settle in for an evening of fun.

The main floor turns into a vibrant hub of live music starting at 8pm, featuring a five-piece brass band pumping out brassy renditions of chart-topping anthems. Paired with authentic German beers and sizzling hot dogs, it's a brilliant, fun-filled excuse to gather a group of friends, pull on the dirndls, and raise a glass to the autumn season.

When it comes down to hop-tastic events, Small Beer knows how to give everything a little added pizzazz. Inside this South Bermondsey venue, you'll get to guzzle a variety of low and no-alcohol pours. Or if you fancy something else, head to The Bedford for drinking and dancing.

Based in Hackney, The Five Points Brewing Co is hosting a bevvy of beer-inspired events. Whether you head to their green hop festival, tasting session or market over in Coal Drops Yard, you're sure to have a fab booze-fuelled day out.

When it comes to beer events in the city, Fuller's Inside the Cellar: 'Meet The Brewers' beer tasting activity is a firm choice. Head on over to The Pilot in Chiswick, where you'll be able to try out a fabulous range of IPAs, APAs or gluten-free favourites, while a DJ spins some top tunes.

From tasting tours of heritage pubs to trips around local breweries, Ale Hunters are bringing hop lovers a whole range of craft beer events to sink their teeth into. Perfect for uncovering hidden gems and meeting like-minded people, these experiences are not to be missed.

Make your way to 40FT Brewery in Walthamstow for an Oktoberfest celebration that's set to be unforgettable. For the occasion, the brewery has created a special Oktoberfest beer, which they'll be tapping the first keg of to officially open the party.

Housing an on-site microbrewery and a sun-soaked beer garden, Brewhouse & Kitchen isn't just your go-to for chilled afternoons, but also for some of the top beer tasting events in London. Pick between a masterclass or go all out with one of their experience days in Highbury or Hoxton.

Looking for an interactive activity in Central London? Laki Kane hosts a series of hands-on drink experiences, including rum tastings, cocktail masterclasses, and unique rum-making workshops led by expert mixologists.

During these sessions, you can dive into the history, production, and flavour profiles of world-class spirits while learning how to craft, shake, and balance their own signature cocktails. They are ideal interactive bookings for date nights, birthday parties, or team-building events.

On the hunt for a unique drinks tasting event in London? Sem's of Mayfair at The Chesterfield Mayfair is serving up a match made in heaven over at its Beer and Cheese Pairing Experience. Get stuck into bites from Neal's Yard Dairy paired perfectly with a load of delish brews.

BrewDog are giving you an education in all things IPA, stout and lager at their beer school. The dons will be treating you to a two-hour guided tasting of five different samples, complemented by an array of cheeses and witty commentary from your host.

Soak up the slinky surrounds of The New York Bar, founded within The Rubens at The Palace. This snazzy hangout is offering up beer flight experiences for two. With this, you'll not only graze upon a tasty sharing stand, but also pair it all with a couple of lip-smacking brews.

You'll find some of the best local beer at The Five Points Courtyard and Taproom – with tours and tastings available for those who really want to wet their whistle. Explore the on-site brewhouse, get clued-up on all-things hops and guzzle four 1/3 pint tasters courtesy of The Five Points Brewing Company. And when you get hungry? There's BBQ food on standby, including meat platters and pork-filled flatbread. 

Celebrate Oktoberfest at an epic beer hall without having to travel to Germany, as Between The Bridges host an all-out Bavarian bash. A live brass band will be getting you in the mood to party with decade-spanning bangers of the pop rock and indie variety. The beer will of course be flowing, specifically into two-pint steins – and premium ticket holders can get their first one for free. 

In between sips of beer, you can chow down on themed street food before dancing it off til' 11pm. And when you're feeling low energy, it's the host's job to bring you back to life, and trust us, they're certainly up to the challenge. 

Looking for London's best activities? Take a trip to Chalk Farm for a hop-tastic tour around Camden Town brewery. What can you expect? Fun facts, a behind the scenes look at what goes into your pints, plus a few samples throughout.